by Neil Beaty | Sep 23, 2023 | "Value", Brick and Mortar Jewelers, Diamond Education, Education, Jewelers, Jewelry History, Lab-Grown Diamonds, Mass Merchandisers, Natural Diamonds
The diamond market is undergoing a significant transformation, with the price of natural diamonds seeing a decline and lab-grown diamonds gaining popularity. This article delves into the various factors contributing to this shift, from consumer preferences to... by Neil Beaty | Jun 29, 2023 | Diamond Education, Gemological Institute of America, Jewelers, Jewelry Appraisals
Diamond and gemstone grading reports, or certificates, have become standard faire in the jewelry industry. This is an article about how to read the GIA Grading Report. Summary When anyone is talking about a diamond grading report, or lab report, they mean one... by Neil Beaty | May 12, 2023 | Education, Jewelers, Lab-Grown Diamonds
If you’ve never tried, selling diamonds is tricky business (especially now), and selling lab-grown diamonds is trickier than their natural counterparts. I’ve discussed why in an article here.Now that you’re prepared that it’s going to be difficult, how, then, do... by Neil Beaty | Apr 17, 2023 | Diamond Education, Education, Engagement Rings, Jewelers, Lab-Grown Diamonds
Have you noticed that it’s getting harder and harder to sell lab grown diamonds? This is a tale about how Lab Grown and Natural Diamonds hold their value, with some pointers on how to sell the former in 2023. Summary People trying to Sell Lab-Grown Diamonds find the... by Neil Beaty | Feb 14, 2023 | "Value", Cut Color Clarity Carat, Diamond Education, Gemological Institute of America, Jewelry
Nearly everyone who is shopping for a diamond is familiar with the 4C’s: clarity, color, cut, and carat weight. It’s the traditional GIA grading scale for colorless diamonds. www.gia.edu literally wrote the system and they have a free tutorial on their site. If you...